Following the violence reported in Mexico, U.S. authorities issued a security alert for those planning to travel to the country. Therefore, if you’re wondering whether it’s safe to travel to Cancún, N+ Univision will tell you what they communicated regarding the danger.
On February 22, 2026, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico issued a statement following the roadblocks, clashes, and vehicle burnings that occurred in Mexico after the operation to arrest Nemesio Oceguera Cervantes, alias “El Mencho,” who was killed.
Given this situation, U.S. diplomatic authorities urged their citizens to exercise extreme caution and, in some cases, remain in their homes due to the security operations that resulted from the operation against the alleged drug trafficker.
Among the areas highlighted in the travel alert are states with high tourist traffic such as Jalisco, Baja California, Nayarit, Sinaloa, and Quintana Roo, home to destinations like Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, and Tulum.
In this regard, they urged those in Cancún to exercise caution. As of now, there has been no announcement of the closure of the International Airport or a general suspension of tourist activities in Quintana Roo. However, the alert recommends that U.S. citizens:
Minimize unnecessary travel.
Avoid areas with a police presence or security activity.
Check road conditions.
Stay informed through local media.
Follow instructions from authorities and call 911 in case of emergency.
Inform family members of your location and well-being.
According to the advisory, U.S. government personnel in cities such as Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Reynosa, and Tijuana were instructed to remain indoors and work remotely on Monday, February 23. Additionally, staff at the Consulate General in Monterrey were instructed not to leave the metropolitan area, and travel to Mazatlán was discouraged until February 25.
It should be noted that although airport closures were not reported, it was reported that the blockades impacted air operations. In Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta, most domestic and international flights were canceled, and in the latter, transportation services were suspended.
The governor of Quintana Roo, Mara Lezama, shared a video in which she stated that the Security Council remains in permanent session, monitoring the events of February 22, 2026.
She also emphasized that activities continue as normal at schools, airports, highways, ports, and government offices.
Source: univision
